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An Exploration of the Slope of a Line

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners define the slope of a line. For this algebra lesson, students differentiate between parallel and perpendicular lines using their slopes. They rewrite equations in slope intercept form and explain the meaning of the slope.
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An Introduction To Solving And Graphing Inequalities

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students graph inequalities and solve the equations. In this algebra lesson, students graph their solutions on a number line and create an inequality for a word problem.
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Linear and Exponential Models

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students linearize data to determine if an exponential model is suitable. In this linearizing data to determine if an exponential model is suitable instructional activity, students graph the residuals of sets of data that appear to have...
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Using Matrices for Data

For Students 9th
In this matrices for data worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 29 various types of problems that include using matrices to illustrate data. First, they determine the sum, difference and scalar product for each matrices shown. Then,...
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Forces and Graphing

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners analyze graphs to determine relationships between variables and rates of change. They determine the basic concepts about static reaction forces. They determine the slope and equation of a line.
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Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students write the equation of a line given the coordinates of two points on the line.  The one page worksheet contains a combination of three multiple choice and free response...
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Linear Graphs and Equations 5.1

For Students 6th
In these identifying coordinates on a grid, linear graphs, and equations worksheets, 6th graders draw the shapes and letter, complete a table and use it to draw a graph, calculate gradients of lines, determine equations of lines, solve...
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Balancing Equations and Using a Pyramid

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders complete worksheets and make journal entries to interpret mathematical expressions about the pyramids. In this equality by balancing equations lesson plan, 6th graders participate in groups or by themselves to complete...
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Points on a Line

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
How do you find slope? You use points on a line of course. slope. Teach your class how to calculate and differentiate between horizontal and vertical lines. They are sure to be pros at graphing lines on a coordinate plane by the end of...
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Writing Equations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students write linear equations. For this algebra lesson, students are given information and asked to write an equation. They solve real world problems apply concepts of linear equations.
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Students Teaching Equations of a Line

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students are divided into groups and then each group is assigned a separate topic related to the equation of a line. Each group researches their topic and then they teach the rest of the groups about it.
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Every Graph Tells A Story

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore linear equations.  In this graphing instructional activity, 7th graders explore constant rates of change.  Students discover the real-life application of graphs and demonstrate their ability to read...
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Slope and Parallel Lines

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students plot pairs of Cartesian coordinates on graph paper and connect points with straightedges. They examine the lines and determine if they are parallel or not by finding the equations of the lines and comparing the slopes. They...
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Writing Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars rewrite word problems using algebraic symbols. In this algebra activity, students write linear equations using the slope and y intercept. They write equations given two points that are on the line.
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Graphing Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students graph linear equations. In this algebra activity, students perform transformation on linear equations. They identify the slope and y-intercept of each line.
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Eight Determine the Equation of the Perpendicular Line Problems

For Students 8th - 9th
In this perpendicular lines worksheet, learners determine the equations of perpendicular lines in eight problems.  Examples, formulas, explanations, and solutions are provided.
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Equivalent Algebraic Equations

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore linear equations.  In this Algebra I lesson plan, 9th graders investigate how different equivalent equations can be used to describe any given line.  Students explore how to change equations to equivalents...
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Solving Systems of Linear Equations Graphically

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve systems of equations graphically. In this algebra lesson, students find the point of intersection of two lines if they are not parallel. They rewrite the equation in the y=mx + b form and graph using slope and intercept.
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Olympic Line Graphs

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders examine how to make line graphs.  In this Olympic line graph lesson plan students make line graphs and search the given Internet sites to find data on their summer Olympic Game. 
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Systems of Equations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Pupils solve inequalities and systems of equations. For this algebra lesson, students use substitution and elimination as they solve algebraic systems. They use graphing and a table to support their solutions.
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Constructing and Solving Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Learners construct and solve linear equations. For this algebra lesson, students solve equations and graph lines using the slope. They identify the different parts of an equation including the leading coefficient.
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Misleading Graphs

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore number relationships by participating in a data collection activity. In this statistics instructional activity, students participate in a role-play activitiy in which they own a scrap material storefront that must...
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Twenty Multiple Choice and Free Response Derivative Problems

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this derivative activity, students solve ten multiple choice and ten free response problems.  These problems include: derivatives of trig functions, tangent lines, parametric equations, and instantaneous rates of change.
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Modeling Linear Relationships

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students graph lines using the slope and y-intercept. In this algebra lesson, students create data using tables and equations. They use their data to make predictions and draw conclusion.